Notes from the Nest

A place for honest motherhood, luxe for less finds, & building a beautiful life one intentional step at a time.

Abigail Reder Abigail Reder

Joy Follows Is Here

On July 31st, 2024, I left my marriage for my safety. Today, July 31st, 2026, two years to the day, I published my first book.

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The Tide Is Coming In

My psychiatrist once asked me six words that rearranged how I think about self-care. Are you giving yourself any comfort?

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I Had a Panic Attack in Swim Class

My daughter screamed "Dada" across a crowded pool, and something in me came apart. This is the story of the Saturday it cracked open, and a love letter to every mother holding a family together on her own.

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